17 December 2011

FIFA has announced that it will alow FC Barcelona players to wear T-shirt before tomorrow's final (18th Dec 2011) in support to the injured Barcelona striker David Villa. The Barcelona players will wear the shirt before the match against Santos FC. Barcelona will be facing Santos in Clubs World Cup Final.

The Asturian, in Barcelona since Friday, thanked fans on his Facebook page for all the support he’s received.

David Villa in appreciation message to his team and fans said in his Facebook page:

“Hello friends! I’m moved by all the messages you have sent me! Thank you so much! Don’t worry, I’ve rested well tonight and I’m feeling a lot better. I’m happy that I’m back home with my family. And, furthermore, I know I’m in good hands. I want to thank Doctor Pruna and, above all, Manel Estiarte. Without them, I don’t know what I would have done on the journey home! Now there’s less time to wait for me to recover! More to come."

12 December 2011

Brit/Pak boxer Amir Khan a.k.a King Khan will be set in ring with Peterson, the
current IBF and WBF title holder on March 31st 2012 in a rematch.

Amir
Khan lost to Peterson last weekend losing both his titles on a split
decision by the judges. Amir Khan was of the view the referee(Cooper)
was not being fair, ultimately deducting two points for pushing without
warning. According to Khan he was ultimately playing with two people in
the ring, Peterson and the referee. Amir Khan after the match readily demanded for the rematch.

The underdog for
the match Peterson was happy to win the title and regarded his victory
due to hard work. Peterson willingly accepted the rematch challenge
given by Khan.

"If it was
left up to me, I'd fight him tomorrow," said Peterson

"That's just me. Don't matter who I fight, I'm always ready."

Khan's Hall of Fame trainer, Freddie Roach, didn't hold back in his criticism of Cooper, who declined to talk after the fight.

"(Cooper)
did a terrible job. A referee shouldn't decide fights," Roach said.
"He's not a judge. He made himself a judge tonight. He missed a
knockdown. The first knockdown (ruled a slip) was clearer than the
second one. And then he took two points away for nothing and didn't give
warnings. This is like amateur refereeing. A referee at this level of
competition shouldn't make those mistakes. He decided the fight, not the
judges. The referee took it out of the judges' hands."

11 December 2011

Saturday was supposed to be the day that Real Madrid head flipped El Clasico. Barcelona who playing away, and with Madrid's home town they were always at disadvantage. But they put up all together a different show today. Barcelona came onto win El Clasico encounter 3-1.

Madrid started off pretty confident with a first minute goal by Benzema. After that Sanchez in 30th minute scored an equiliser, and after that the luck totally shifted from Madrid. In 53th minute Marcelo produced a shocker with an own goal gifting Barcelona 2-1 lead. Then lastly closing things up Fabregas posted a goal for a dominant lead of 3-1.

The defending champion who lifted IBF Junior Welterweight title this year will face Peterson today at Convention Centre, Washington D.C.

This is Amir's third match in 2011, where he outclassed his opponents by a striking distance. He ousted Mc Closkey in April and Zan Judah in July. This just could be bad news for Peterson, but 27 year old will have home advantage on his side.

10 December 2011

Lately there have been many high adrenaline boxing happening all around. Today is going to be nothing less than a stunner, when Brit/Pak Champion Amir Khan will face local hero Lamont Peterson in Washington DC. Khan has already had two impressive wins, with BF light welterweight championship into his kitty. While comparing few inferences can be drawn:

Amir Khan:

Amir Khan is a young guy full of high adrenaline and testosterone level. He is quick in the ring, followed by his immense punching power. In order to undo Peterson he needs to dictate early into the game in order to gain sufficient advantage over the rival.

Lamont Peterson:

Peterson will be having his home side cheering for him , adding huge boost to his performance. Apart from that he needs to produce something exceptional in order to win the match. In comparison he is more technically sound fighter. Though he lacks speed as possesed by Khan, but he is intelligent enough to know when to strike, and go on defense.

Conclusion:

Despite Peterson being more technically viable, but still boxing is all about speed, agility, and able to force the opponents to their limits. According to me Amir Khan will have definite advantage, and Peterson will be having more odds when doing in to Convention Centre.

09 December 2011

Virendar Sehwag created history today at Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore as he surpassed the record recently made by Sachin Tendulkar of 200* against South Africa, making 219 off 149 balls against West Indies.

Sehwag achieved his double hundred in 140 balls to get his double century , hence breaking Tendulkar's record by scoring 219. His innings included 142 runs in boundaries which included seven sixes and 25 fours.

"The wicket is good to bat on, the outfield is fantastic and the boundaries are 50 yards. If we just show some patience and look to bat 30 overs, we can score some runs. But I was not expecting 200."

His record-breaking was a display of exuberant performance which concluded in an excellent manner, as Sehwag and Gambhir gave India the kind of start they had failed to produce up to this point in the series.

Having batted for 46.3 overs,Sehwag said:

"I'm very tired because I'm 33-years-old. I'm an old man and my back and glutes are tight. I'll go and take an ice bath and get back on the field."

08 December 2011

Welcome to Virendar Sehwag World Record 219 off 149 balls Video Highlights

Virendar Sehwag today smashed a stunning 219 runs against West Indies at Indore breaking record of his fellow counterpart Sachin Tendulkar who made 200* against South Africa some time back.
India finally won the match by 153 runs.

Following is the Video highlights of the match where Sehwag scored 219 off 149 balls against West Indies

It was many times the tale of story was inching towards Del Potro, but Nadal on his favourite surface with his utter resilience changed the course of the match. Del Potro was left in tears at the end after playing some of the most powerful tennis ever seen on a court. The crucial fourth set swung this way and that, but Nadal put the closing lines of the book with an emotional tie-breaker to seek Spain home with Davis Cup.

It was as dominant a showing as has ever been seen against Nadal on clay. Del Potro was doing what he could, but Nadal held his game and nerves and put a fighting game to end with a tie breaker in fourth set (7-0).On match point Nadal rapped a forehand winner up the line, a fitting end to an amazing match. The Spaniard fell to the ground in celebration, but in a moment of class got straight back up to hug his inconsolable opponent. This ultimately saved the sweat of Ferrer, who had to play Monaco in case Nadal had lost to the Argentinian Giant.

Following is a list of Sports films in 2011 in the genre covering sports activites:

The 5th Quarter(2011)

The 5th Quarter Trailer

Genre: Drama

Type: Sports/American Football

Director: Rick Bieber

Stars: Andie MacDowell, Ryan Merriman and Aidan Quinn

Plot:

Driven by the tragic and fatal car crash that took the life of his fifteen year old brother Luke, and wearing Luke's number 5 jersey, Jon Abbate helps to lead the Wake Forest Demon Deacons to the most successful season in school history.

Star race car Lightning McQueen and his pal Mater head overseas to compete in the World Grand Prix race. But the road to the championship becomes rocky as Mater gets caught up in an intriguing adventure of his own: international espionage.

Catching Hell (2011)

Catching Hell Trailer

Genre: Documentary

Type: sports/ Baseball

Director: Alex Gibney

Plot:

In the 8th inning of Game 6 of the 2003 NLCS, Cubs fan Steve Bartman reached for a foul pop fly and tipped the ball away from Cubs left fielder Moises Alou, which caused anger and rage from fellow Cubs fans.

Moneyball (2011)

Moneyball Trailer

Genre:Drama, Biopic

Type: Sports/ Baseball

Director: Bennett Miller

Stars:Brad Pitt, Robin Wright and Jonah Hill

Plot:

The story of Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to put together a baseball club on a budget by employing computer-generated analysis to draft his players.

The Fab Five (film-2011)

The Fab Five Trailor

Genre:Documentary

Type: Sports/ Basketball

Director: Jason Hehir

Plot:

Chris Webber, Juwan Howard, Jalen Rose, Jimmy King and Ray Jackson were part of Michigan's freshman class in the 91-92 that reached the NCAA championship game in 1992 and 1993.

Set in the near future, where robot boxing is a top sport, a struggling promoter feels he's found a champion in a discarded robot. During his hopeful rise to the top, he discovers he has an 11-year-old son who wants to know his father.

The youngest son (Hardy) of an alcoholic former boxer (Nolte) returns home, where he's trained by his father for competition in a mixed martial arts tournament -- a path that puts the fighter on a collision corner with his older brother (Edgerton).

TT3D: Closer to the Edge

TT3D: Closer to the Edge Trailor

Genre: Documentary

Type: sports/ Road Racing

Director: Richard De Aragues

Stars: Guy Martin, Ian Hutchinson, John McGuinness

Plot:

By vividly recounting the TT's legendary rivalries and the Isle of Man's unique road racing history, this 3D feature documentary will discover why modern TT riders still risk their lives to win the world's most dangerous race. The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy is the greatest motorcycle road race in the world, the ultimate challenge for rider and machine. It has always called for a commitment far beyond any other racing event, and many have made the ultimate sacrifice in their quest for victory. A story about freedom of choice, the strength of human spirit and the will to win. It's also an examination of what motivates those rare few, this elite band of brothers who risk everything to win. The vision of top commercials director Richard de Aragues, this promises to be one of the most thrilling films of 2011.

Pretty tomboy Kim Matthews, 19, used to be a champion skateboarder - but now she's stuck in a dead end job trying to support her Dad. Opportunity comes knocking in the form of a catering job in the one of the most exclusive chalets in the Alps. At first, Kim's baffled by this bizarre new world of posh people, champagne and skiing - but then she discovers snowboarding, and the chance to win some much-needed prize money at the big end-of-season competition. But before she can become a champion again, Kim's going to have to dig deep to overcome her fears. Hard enough, without the complicating factor of Jonny, her handsome - though spoken for - boss...

The Art of Flight (2011)

The Art of Flight Trailor

Genre: Adventure, Documentary

Type: sports/ Snowboarding

Director: Curt Morgan

Stars: Jake Blauvelt, John Jackson, Jeremy Jones

Plot:

Two years in the making, "The Art of FLIGHT" gives iconic snowboarder Travis Rice and friends the opportunity to redefine what is possible in the mountains. Experience the highs, as new tricks are landed and new zones opened, alongside the lows, where avalanches, accidents, and wrong-turns strike.

Soul Surfer (2011)

Soul Surfer Trailor

Genre: Drama

Type: sports/ Surfing

Director: Sean McNamara

Stars: Anna Sophia Robb, Helen Hunt, Dennis Quaid

Plot:

A teenage surfer girl summons the courage to go back into the ocean after losing an arm in a shark attack.

Renée

Renée Trailor

Genre: Documentary
Type: Sports/ Tennis

Plot:

The film tells the story of Renee Richard's battle to enter the 1977 US Open as the first transsexual tennis player. Simultaneously, it follows her today as she struggles to cope with a life of contradictions and personal conflict. Through interviews with tennis legends, family, friends and experts from the transsexual field; a story of perseverance, breakthrough and hardship unfolds.